Maries County Advocate

12/29/2025

Generosity, holiday cheer light up Senior Center in Vienna

VIENNA — The Vienna Senior Center on Dec. 18 received a $10,000 check from Three Rivers Electric Company, a gift that will help keep meals served, programs running and the doors open, according to Center Administrator Brandi Pendleton.

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VIENNA — The Vienna Senior Center on Dec. 18 received a $10,000 check from Three Rivers Electric Company, a gift that will help keep meals served, programs running and the doors open, according to …

12/29/2025

911 transition details covered during Maries County Commission meeting

VIENNA — Members of the Maries County Commission and the newly formed 911 Emergency Services Board met on Dec. 18 where they discussed operational, financial and staffing issues related to the county’s transition to an independent emergency dispatch system.

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VIENNA — Members of the Maries County Commission and the newly formed 911 Emergency Services Board met on Dec. 18 where they discussed operational, financial and staffing issues related to the …

12/28/2025

TAC/MRPC confirm Highway 63, 50 as top transportation priorities

ST. JAMES — The expansion of Highways 63 and 50 to four-lane corridors are the number one and two regional transportation priorities, respectively, the Meramec Region’s Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) confirmed at its Dec. 11 meeting. The proposed projects on Highway 63 and Highway 50 have topped the regional priority list for several years.

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ST. JAMES — The expansion of Highways 63 and 50 to four-lane corridors are the number one and two regional transportation priorities, respectively, the Meramec Region’s Transportation Advisory …

12/28/2025

Maries County R-1 Board of Education approves construction project for HS roof

VIENNA — The Maries County R-1 Board of Education on Dec. 16 approved a high school roof project, awarding the contract for $100,357 to Missouri Builder Services.
The project will use upgraded Class 4 shingles, which provide enhanced durability and better resistance to hail and extreme weather compared to standard shingles. Class 4 shingles also offer a longer lifespan, expected between 30 and 50 years, giving the school long-term protection at a manageable cost. Superintendent Teresa Messersmith said she has had no past business problems with Missouri Builder Services.

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VIENNA — The Maries County R-1 Board of Education on Dec. 16 approved a high school roof project, awarding the contract for $100,357 to Missouri Builder Services. The project will use upgraded …

12/27/2025

VHS Eagles bounce back with win at Chamois

VIENNA — The Vienna Eagles boys basketball team returned to the win column Dec. 19 with a 55-18 victory over Chamois, finishing the first half of the season at 3-4. After a rough stretch that saw three straight losses following a 2-1 start, the Eagles ended the pre-winter break slate on a high note, heading into roughly three weeks off before returning Jan. 3 for the 7th Annual Battle In Bourbon Invitational.

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VIENNA — The Vienna Eagles boys basketball team returned to the win column Dec. 19   with a 55-18 victory over Chamois, finishing the first half of the season at 3-4. After a rough stretch …

12/27/2025

License office manager raises training, accounting concerns, audit discussed

VIENNA — The Maries County Commission on Dec. 18 heard comments from Maries County License Office Manager Tiffany Kelley, who raised concerns regarding training requirements, financial procedures and the need for an outside audit to clarify discrepancies in the office’s account balances.

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BY Edward Gehlert advocate Staff Writer [email protected] VIENNA — The Maries County Commission on Dec. 18 heard comments from Maries County License Office Manager …

12/26/2025

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12/26/2025

Lady Tigers win GVC opener over Bourbon

Welcoming Bourbon’s Lady Warhawks to Belle High School (BHS) for their Gasconade Valley Conference (GVC) opener last Thursday night, Biance Stocks’ Belle Lady Tigers looked to end the 2025 portion of their season on a winning note.

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Welcoming Bourbon’s Lady Warhawks to Belle High School (BHS) for their Gasconade Valley Conference (GVC) opener last Thursday night, Biance Stocks’ Belle Lady Tigers looked to end the 2025 …

12/26/2025

Marshal recovers cash taken from Belle City Hall

BELLE — Mayor James (Pudd) Mitchell clarified during a Dec. 17 interview that money involved in a reported theft at Belle City Hall on Nov. 21 did not belong to the city and did not involve municipal or taxpayer funds.

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BELLE — Mayor James (Pudd) Mitchell clarified during a Dec. 17 interview that money involved in a reported theft at Belle City Hall on Nov. 21 did not belong to the city and did not involve …

12/22/2025

Padgett’s Place Christmas party raises funds for school lunches

BELLE — A Christmas party held Dec. 13 at Padgett’s Place raised $2,400 to benefit the Maries County R-2 School District school lunch program debt, helping ensure local students have access to meals.

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BELLE — A Christmas party held Dec. 13 at Padgett’s Place raised $2,400 to benefit the Maries County R-2 School District school lunch program debt, helping ensure local students have access to …

12/22/2025

VHS classes attend Maries County Courthouse Government Day

VIENNA — Students from Vienna High School (VHS) spent part of Dec. 9 inside the Maries County Courthouse attending Government Day, trading in textbooks for firsthand experience. The event is designed to introduce high school students to how county government functions. Students visit all offices to learn about public service and civic duties from elected officials and staff, encouraging young adults to take an interst local government.

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VIENNA — Students from Vienna High School (VHS) spent part of Dec. 9 inside the Maries County Courthouse attending Government Day, trading in textbooks for firsthand experience. The event is …

12/21/2025

Maries County treasurer projects under-budget finish for fiscal year

VIENNA — Maries County Treasurer Angie Pasley said her office is expected to finish the fiscal year below its approved budget, citing cautious planning, conservative spending and a focus on using existing resources.

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VIENNA — Maries County Treasurer Angie Pasley said her office is expected to finish the fiscal year below its approved budget, citing cautious planning, conservative spending and a focus on using …